Gasser's World Series masterclass gives Brewers brink of title

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 04:38 · Archive

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Robert Gasser faced the minimum over six innings in Game 3 of the World Series, leading the Brewers to a 10-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.

Robert Gasser delivered a dominant World Series performance for the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 3, pitching six scoreless innings with one hit and one walk in a 10-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday night in St. Petersburg, Florida. Gasser, the 27-year-old rookie nicknamed Bobby Diesel, became the first left-handed starter to face the minimum over six innings in a World Series game since Sandy Koufax achieved the feat in 1965. He is also the first starter overall to do so since Curt Schilling for the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 7 of the 2001 World Series.

Gasser's performance was nearly flawless. He allowed a leadoff single to Yandy Diaz in the first inning but erased him on a fielder's choice. After striking out three batters, he retired twelve in a row before allowing a walk to Victor Mesa Jr. in the sixth inning. Mesa's at-bat was the last runner to reach base before Gasser finished the inning with a double-play groundout and a routine groundout.

The 27-year-old earned the win with six scoreless innings, one hit, one walk and three strikeouts. Gasser, a second-round pick by San Diego in 2021, began the season in Triple-A Nashville after undergoing Tommy John surgery on his left elbow in 2024, following his major league debut. He joined Milwaukee in 2022 as part of a trade for All-Star closer Josh Hader. The victory puts the Brewers on the brink of their first championship.

How it is being reported

• Brewers' Robert Gasser spins World Series gem unlike any by a lefty since Sandy KoufaxRobert Gasser delivered in the World Series unlike any left-handed starter since Sandy Koufax.Clickorlando · 27 Oct, 03:44
• Brewers' Robert Gasser spins World Series gem unlike any by a lefty since Sandy KoufaxRobert Gasser delivered in the World Series unlike any left-handed starter since Sandy Koufax.News4Jax · 27 Oct, 03:44

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